Custom Mylar Bags with Your Logo: Printing, Materials & Ordering Guide
Why Put Your Logo on Custom Mylar Bags?
Mylar bags are the packaging format of choice for cannabis, coffee, snacks, freeze-dried food, and supplements — and they are one of the most visible products on retail shelves and online marketplaces. Putting your logo on custom mylar bags serves three critical functions:
- Brand Recognition: Customers identify your product instantly in a crowded market
- Compliance: Cannabis and food regulations require manufacturer identification on packaging
- Perceived Value: Branded mylar bags command 20–35% higher prices than generic alternatives
Printing Methods for Mylar Bag Logos
Rotogravure Printing (5,000+ Units)
The gold standard for mylar bag printing. Rotogravure uses engraved cylinders to produce the sharpest, most vibrant colors on flexible packaging. Photo-quality results with perfect registration. Cost: $0.08–$0.25/bag at 10,000 units. Cylinder fees: $300–$600 per color.
Digital Printing (500–5,000 Units)
Full-color printing with no cylinders or plate fees. Perfect for startups, seasonal products, and test runs. Cost: $0.15–$0.50/bag at 500 units. Produces excellent quality on matte and gloss films.
Custom Labels on Stock Bags (Any Quantity)
The most affordable option: apply custom-printed pressure-sensitive labels to stock mylar bags. Perfect for orders under 500 units or when you need bags immediately. Cost: $0.05–$0.15/bag for stock bags + $0.03–$0.10/label.
Mylar Bag Materials and Barrier Properties
| Film Structure | OTR (cc/m²/day) | Moisture Barrier | Shelf Life | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PET/AL/PE (Standard) | <0.1 | Excellent | 25+ years | Long-term food, cannabis |
| PET/VMPET/PE (Metalized) | 0.5–1.0 | Very Good | 12–24 months | Snacks, coffee, treats |
| PET/PE (Clear Window) | 5–10 | Good | 6–12 months | Display products, candy |
| Kraft/AL/PE (Kraft Look) | <0.1 | Excellent | 25+ years | Artisan coffee, organic |
Mylar Bag Closure Options
Heat Seal Only
Permanent closure using a heat sealer or impulse sealer. Most secure option — tamper-evident by default. Best for single-use products and long-term food storage.
Press-to-Close Ziplock
Resealable zipper for products consumers use multiple times. Most popular closure for snacks, coffee, and pet treats. Adds $0.01–$0.03/bag.
Child-Resistant (CR) Zipper
ASTM D3475-certified press-and-slide zipper that children cannot open. Required for cannabis in all legal markets. Adds $0.03–$0.08/bag. See our child-resistant packaging collection.
Custom Mylar Bags Pricing Guide
| Quantity | Small (3x4") | Medium (5x8") | Large Stand-Up (8x12") |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 bags | $0.15–$0.25 | $0.25–$0.45 | $0.40–$0.70 |
| 1,000 bags | $0.10–$0.18 | $0.18–$0.35 | $0.30–$0.55 |
| 5,000 bags | $0.06–$0.12 | $0.10–$0.22 | $0.18–$0.35 |
| 10,000+ bags | $0.05–$0.08 | $0.08–$0.15 | $0.12–$0.25 |
FDA Food-Grade Mylar Bags
All Cubit mylar bags use FDA 21 CFR-compliant food-contact films. The inner PE (polyethylene) layer is certified for direct food contact, and we test for migration compliance. We provide Certificates of Compliance (COC) with every food-grade order.
Food-grade requirements include:
- FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 compliant inner films
- No BPA, phthalates, or heavy metals
- Migration testing certification
- Nutritional panel and ingredient list printing
Industry Applications
Cannabis and CBD
Custom smell-proof mylar bags with CR zippers, opaque barriers, state-compliant warning text, and THC content panels. Available in all legal market formats.
Coffee
Kraft or matte black mylar bags with one-way degassing valves, resealable zippers, and full-color brand printing. See our custom coffee pouches.
Long-Term Food Storage
Heavy-duty PET/AL/PE barrier bags with heat-seal closure. 7 mil thickness for maximum puncture resistance. Shelf life: 25+ years for properly sealed dry goods with oxygen absorbers.
How to Order Custom Mylar Bags with Your Logo
- Choose your bag size and style — flat, stand-up, or side-gusset
- Select your barrier material — full aluminum foil, metalized, or clear window
- Pick your closure — heat seal, ziplock, or child-resistant
- Upload your logo and design — vector files preferred
- Choose your quantity — starting at 500 bags
Get a free quote for custom mylar bags with your logo →
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📦 Ready to Order Custom Mylar Bags?
From $0.05/bag with full-color printing. 500 MOQ, free design support.